Plastic. Climate. Future.

Is Plastic Recycling in Europe Really Broken?

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the problem isn’t that we’re failing to recycle, but that the system itself is working against it?In this episode, we speak with Joan Marc...

Can Design Thinking Change the Future of Plastics?

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the future of plastics doesn’t start in a lab, but in a design studio?In this episode of Plastic. Climate. Future., we speak with Beat Karre...

Electrifying the Future: Can Power Drive Circularity?

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Circularity isn’t just about materials. It’s about energy.In this episode of Plastic. Climate. Future., we speak with Constantine Lau from Schneid...

Are Enzymes the Missing Link in Plastics Circularity?

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the breakthrough in plastic recycling doesn’t come from higher temperatures or bigger reactors — but from biology?In this episode of Plast...

The Packaging Puzzle: Will Digital Twins Bring Us Closer to Circularity?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We’re kicking off the next series of Plastic. Climate. Future. —𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐚 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮...

YEAR-END WRAP UP (2025)

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Year, New Episode – But First, Let’s Rewind. 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲. 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. – 𝙔𝙚...

Is This the Most Unexpected Sustainable Material Yet?

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What began as a curious design experiment has grown into a pioneering materials company, one that’s rethinking circularity, material value, and how ...

The Lignin Solution: From Forestry Waste to Plastic Innovation

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if plastic could be made — not from fossil fuels — but from forestry residues?In this episode of Plastic Climate Future, we speak with Fredri...

Is This the Future of Sustainable Food Packaging?

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak with Ved Krishna, the visionary behind Pakka, a company creating compostable food packaging from sugarcane waste — and aim...

Conference Countdown: Why CRE Forum 2025 Matters Now

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Plastic Climate Future, we speak with Valentijn de Neve, CEO of BlueAlp and President of Chemical Recycling Europe, ahead of the 𝗖...

Circular by Design: What It Takes to Rethink Plastics

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Plastic Climate Future, we speak with Dr. Christine Bunte, Managing Director of Plastics Europe, about what it really means to make...

Policy Meets Practice: Scaling Circularity Through Regulation

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Plastic Climate Future, we speak with Olivier Van Volden, a leading expert in plastics regulation and circular policy across Belgiu...

Voices of the Ocean: Turning Trash and Data into Action

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if every bottle cap, cigarette butt, or food wrapper washed up on a beach was more than just waste? What if it represented a data point, a story,...

Serious Fun: The People Behind Plastic Progress with Antero Ahvenainen

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

At just 30 years old, Antero Ahvenainen was trusted to lead the most critical technology project in his company — a polyethylene innovation that wou...

Bio-Based and Beyond: Pioneering the Future of Sustainable Chemistry with BASF

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Plastic Climate Future, BASF experts Dr. Ivana Krkljuš, Dr. Christian Krueger, and Prof. Peter Saling discuss the future of sustai...

Transforming Waste into Wonders: WildPlastic's Mission with Christian Sigmund

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the second episode of the podcast series Plastic. Climate. Future: A Journey into Circular Solutions for a Sustainable World, Christian Sigmund dis...

Can You Reimagine Performance Through Circularity in Sportswear? with Christian Goldhahn from On Running

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the first episode of this new podcast series: Plastic. Climate. Future.: A Journey into Circular Solutions for a Sustainable World. , we are joined...

The Tight Knot of Sustainability in Fashion with Nicolò Giusti from Tommy Hilfiger

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of the Plastic. Climate. Future. podcast, we sit down with sustainability expert Nicolo Giusti to untangle some of the toughest ...

Carbon Cuts at the Core: BASF’s vision for a Greener Chemistry Future Ivana Krkljuš from BASF

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of the Plastic. Climate. Future. podcast, we sit down with Ivana Krkljus from BASF to discuss the company’s innovative approac...

Shaping the Future of Carbon with Michael Carus and Lara Dammer from Nova Institute

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest Plastic. Climate. Future. podcast, Michael Carus and Lara Dammer from Nova Institute shed light on the vital work of the Renewable Carbo...

Into the Mycelium (R)Evolution with Timo Van Vooren and Steff Van Loy from Citribel

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us in our latest Plastic. Climate. Future. podcast episode with Timo Van Vooren and Steff Van Loy from Citribel, where we had the chance to discu...

Sustainable Threads: The Journey of Plastic Waste to Eco-Friendly Textiles - with Emil Pettersen from Reparell

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our latest Plastic. Climate. Future. podcast features Emil Pettersen, visionary founder of Reparel. Discover how Emil is tackling the issue of plastic...

Scuba Diving into the Circular Economy - with Karel Golta from Indeed Innovation

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Plastic.Climate.Future podcast, we welcome Karel Golta from Indeed Innovation for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of s...

Rethinking Plastic Waste - with Eric Appelman from Aduro Clean Technologies

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Eric Appelman from Aduro Clean Technologies. Join us to explore how Aduro is revolutioni...

Sustainability of plastics - a journey with Jeff Wooster

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, Jeff Wooster, retired Sustainability Director at Dow, shares over three decades of experience turning plastics into value whi...

The in’s and out’s of the packaging revolution - with Cory Connors from Orora Packaging Solutions

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Cory Connors, Director of Sustainable Packaging at Orora Packaging Solutions, to dis...

Unwasting for a Change - with Akshay Gunteti from Green Worms

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The latest episode of Plastic.Climate.Future is live! 🌊✨ Join us as we dive deep with Akshay from Greenworms! Discover how they're tackling plast...

Waste Management: Everywhere, Everyone - with Joel Tasche from CleanHub

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

n this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Joel Tasche, founder of CleanHub. Joel's passion for surfing ignited his entrepreneurial ...

Making Sustainability Stick - with Sjoerd Dijkstra from Henkel Adhesive Technologies

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"The challenge isn't carbon itself, but the source of the carbon."Take a look at this freshly released recording from the WBM on stage interview with ...

Turning Waste into “Like a Virgin” plastics! - with Outi Teräs from Neste

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode we had the opportunity to meet Outi Teräs from Neste, a leader in transforming plastic waste into valuable resources through ...

From Plastic Waste to Concrete Solutions - with Ben Norton, Simon Teede, and Rainer von Urff Kaufeld from Ele Collection

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Warning: This week's podcast episode contains an extreme story features a raging elephant, a rock and plastic pollution! This story resulted in Ele Co...

The Impact of Small Everyday Acts - with Hunter Lovins

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest Plastic.Climate.Future. episode, we dive into the world of sustainability with the incredible Hunter Lovins. As the founder of Natural C...

Ready to close the loop on swimwear? - with Inga Hinkel from Seasick Swim

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we take a deep dive in sustainable swimwear with Inga Hinkel the founder of Seasick Swim. We explore Seasick Swim's mission to design...

Turning the Tide - with Emma Samson from Searious Business

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Emma Samson from Searious Business. Throughout the episode, Emma explains the concept behind Searious Business, name...

Plastic. Climate. Future. Podcast feat. Circularise with Marcel Lubben from Brightlands Venture Partners

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest podcast episode, Marcel Lubben from Brightlands Venture Partners, delves into the intricacies of transitioning to a circular economy, sh...

Measuring the Health Impact of Plastics - with Marcus Gover & Manuel Brunner from the Minderoo Foundation

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest podcast episode, we had the opportunity of interviewing Marcus and Manuel from the Minderoo Foundation.Throughout the episode, they high...

A world where climate change is no longer a problem - with Adam Herriott from WRAP

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest podcast episode, we headed towards the United Kingdom, and had a lovely chat (over tea) with Adam Herriott from WRAP, a circular economy...

Turning Waste into Opportunity - with Victor Préaux from Waste Free Oceans

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's podcast episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Victor Préaux, a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability and a pro...

Plastic. Climate. Future. Podcast feat. Circularise with Verena Keller from UVEX

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Verena Keller from UVEX, a company known for its consumer sports brand and B2B brand specializing in Personal ...

Plastic. Climate. Future. Podcast feat. Circularise with Christian Krüger from BASF

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest podcast episode, we delved into the intricate world of sustainability in the chemical value chain with no other than Dr. Christian Krüg...

Plastic. Climate. Future. Podcast feat. Circularise with René Bethmann from Vaude

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of our new series with Circularise, we had the pleasure to speak to  René Bethmann from Vaude. He shares profound insights...

Plastic. Climate. Future. Podcast feat. Circularise with Thomas Philipon from Total Energies Corbion

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first episode of this series and we have had the privilege of hosting Thomas Philipon the CEO of TotalEnergies Corbion. The discussion div...

Plastics belong into a Cycle - with Fridolin Pflüger from HolyPoly

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode we had the opportunity to talk with Fridolin from Holypoly, a startup focused on revolutionizing the plastic recycling industr...

The creative mind behind the Run for the Oceans - with Chris Thaller from Anything But Ordinary

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In our recent podcast, we sat down with Chris Thaller, the creative force behind "Anything But Ordinary" and a follower of the "Bold Ideas, Big Impact...

The Man Who Harnesses the Wind with Plastic Waste - Bram Peirs from From Waste to Wind

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest podcast episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Bram, the innovative mind behind "From Waste to Wind." The conversation delve...

Exploring the Minds of Tomorrow's Industry Leaders - Live from the International School in Circular Economy Project Management

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we spoke with diverse students from the International School in Circular Economy Project Management at the University of Ferrara. The...

Bridging the gap between science and society - A conversation with Amira Fernandéz from AIMPLAS

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this enlightening episode, we had the pleasure of talking to Amira Fernandéz, a scientist with a keen interest in responsible science communicatio...

From Ingredient Branding to the Regenerative Economy - Tomas Vucurevic from Braind

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we meet Tomas Vucurevic, founder and managing director of BRAIND® and a renowned expert in sustainable ingredient branding.  Du...

The power of passion for sustainable polymer innovations - Daniel Guntschnig from Polyola

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk to Daniel Guntschnig, whose fascinating background allowed him to shift his focus and co-found one of the leading innovators ...

PHA and Waste as a building block for bio-based solutions - Álvaro Castellanos Caro from Biodriven Technologies

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’ll delve into the exciting journey of his company, the transformative potential of their bio-based materials, as well as the dif...

Live from the Hotspot of BioEconomy - Plastic. Climate. Future. @ World Bio Markets (Vol 2)

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on the second part of our podcast coverage of the renowned World Bio Markets conference in The Hague. In this episode, we continue to bring yo...

Live from the Hotspot of BioEconomy - Plastic. Climate. Future. @ World Bio Markets (Vol 1)

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, PCF had the privilege of partnering with the renowned World Bio Markets conference in The Hague, where experts from various fields co...

Rethinking Innovation - with John Bessant

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this thought-provoking discussion with Plastic Climate Future, John Bessant extends our understanding of managing innovation, AI, and circularity, ...

Is 'Bioplastics' a really bad term? - with Alex Thielen from the Bioplastics Magazine

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to our exciting discussion with Alex Thielen from Bioplastics Magazine, and learn what they do to support the circular economy value chain! In ...

Democratizing Renewable Materials - with Charles Dimmler from Checkerspot

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't miss out on our conversation with Charles Dimmler from Checkerspot!Checkerspot aims to encourage the use of more sustainably sourced raw materia...

How Data Models Advance the Uptake of Sustainable Material Alternatives - with Roy Brooks from CirQulor

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Follow our discussion with Roy Brooks from CirQulor!CirQulor focuses on providing a platform of utilities and services covering all aspects of the alt...

Leveraging Bioeconomy in the Global Sustainability Agenda - with Paul MacDonald from World Bio Markets

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Follow our discussion with Paul MacDonald from World BioMarkets!Find out more about World Bio Markets at https://www.worldbiomarkets.com/ and keep upd...

Science as a Cornerstone on the Mission to a World Free of Plastic Pollution - with Marcus Eriksen from 5Gyres

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join our discussion with Marcus Eriksen from The 5 Gyres Institute!5Gyres uses education and community-based science to drive and inform local, scalab...

Biopolymers: How to scale them up? - with Brad Rodgers from Danimer Scientific

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"If we have biodegradable and naturally-sourced plastics, why are we still struggling with plastic waste?”Join our discussion with Brad Rodgers, the...

A Key Puzzle Piece to a Circular Future - with Mesbah and Phil from Circularise

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On our first 2023 episode, we invited 2 experts, Mesbah Sabur and Phil Brown from Circularise. We had an inspiring discussion about supply chain, prod...

Into the Plastic. Climate. Future 2023 - with Sam (Depoly), Kidus (Kubik), and Andrea (Net0Insights)

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Literally one day before Christmas, we came together as the entire team, meaning Saskia, John and Mat, to give some quick thoughts about the best and ...

Using the power of plants to make plastics future-proof - with Jason from Evoco

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 Jason Robinson is a chemical engineer, born innovator and technology lover, who has been involved in the climate-tech field ever since his early...

The Plastic Soup Surfer - Driving systemic change through surfing with Merijn Tinga

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Merijn Tinga - also known as the "Plastic Soup Surfer", is a biologist, former teacher, surfer and activist from the Netherlands. He turned his passi...

A Special Episode: Highlights of the CRE Annual Conference 2022

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On the 13-14th of October, for the first time the entire PCF Team attended the Annual Conference of Chemical Recycling Europe (CRE), which was focusin...

How can we transform the plastic value chain? With Virginia Janssens from Plastics Europe

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Despite known for having a “bad” reputation in society, plastic is and will continue being part of our daily lives and economy. Hence, it is impo...

Rethink - Recycling: Chemical recycling made simple and sustainable with Sam from DePoly

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you wondered how to recycle dirty plastic packaging? Meet Samantha, an aspiring organic chemist who is also the co-founder of a start-up company ...

An African start-up transforming plastic waste into building materials - with Kidus from KUBIK

01 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you thought of converting plastic waste into affordable building materials? In this podcast, we invited Kidus, the CEO and Co-founder of a Nairob...

Launching an algae plastic start-up from the kitchen - with Jessica Farda from Noriware

10 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine yourself launching a biobased plastic start-up company by starting the experiment from your own kitchen, isn’t it cool?Jessica Farda is the ...

From Passion to Mission for the Jordanian Marine Life - with Beisan AlSharif from Project Sea

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

They saw the plastic waste in the Jordanian sea increasing, and did not only stay silent..In this episode, we have our first guest from the Middle Eas...

Mimicking Nature: Sustainable honeycombs and sandwich materials - with Wouter Winant from EconCore.

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How to design polymers and composites for a circular future? - with Philip Taynton from Mallinda.

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How Data Drives The Circular Economy with Andrea Canepa from Net Zero Insights

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Using Enzymes to Biodegrade Plastics with Andrii from Enzymity

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Breaking The Recycling Confusion Problem with Evan Gwynne Davies from Scrapp

04 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A project with a Purpose to Clean Up The Planet with Jordi from R*Concept and Good Karma

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Journey to Enable Circularity with Jan Hommen from TOMRA

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Closing the recycling loop using Reverse Logistics with Marcelo Cairolli

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Upcycling Plastic Waste: How is it Possible? - with Jasper Munier from Clariter

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From Marine Litter to Valuable Goods - with Cyrielle Feumetio from Waste Free Ocean

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Correctly valuing materials and why it is time for the Circular Era - with Nick Gonios from Circulist

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From scary climate movies to the development of a plastic accounting protocol with Dominic Santschi from Ampliphi

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A world made of biopolymers and the holy grail of biodegradability - with Jörg Dörrstein from Biofibre

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Japanese water goddess, sports-bras and producer responsibility - with Claudia Glass from Swijin

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rethinking Climate and why communication between consumers and industry matters - with Asia Guerreschi

09 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Demystifying 2021 and above ground hydrocarbon - The Xmas Edition from John & Mat

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Peaceful activism based on science - with Lola Segers the Belgian Youth for Climate Voice

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Birth of Plastic Climate Future - An attempt to introduce...

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How it all started..